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Bus Budapest to Krakow: Trip Overview
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 905 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $43.00
Budapest to Krakow Buses
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Information on this bus route
| Daily Departures | 41 |
| Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 12:25AM - 11:59PM |
| Minimum Price | $17 |
| Average Ticket Price | $38 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 6h15m |
| Average Bus Trip Duration | 9h15m |
| Distance | 179 miles (288 km) |
| Bus Companies on This Route | FlixBus, RegioJet |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Budapest and Krakow?
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
NépligetBudapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
KelenföldBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
Mexikói útKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
Könyves KálmánNyugati tér, 1062 Budapest 6, Hungary
NyugatiBosacka 18, 31-505 Kraków-Śródmieście, Poland
Głównyulica Pawia, 31-154 Cracow, Poland
CracoviePasternik 74, Kraków, Poland
Stacja Benzynowarondo Matecznego, Kraków, Poland
Rondo MatecznegoPlac Inwalidów, 31-154 Kraków, Poland
Plac Inwalidow
Frequently asked questions for your trip Budapest - Krakow
You can take a bus or a train to go from Budapest to Krakow. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.
The travel time from Budapest to Krakow is about 9h 15m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 6h 15m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 182 miles (294 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance separating Budapest and Krakow is 182 miles (294 km).
About 41 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and RegioJet. The number of buses running from Budapest to Krakow may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Budapest to Krakow as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.
The bus service operates between 12:25 AM and 11:59 PM.
If you're headed to Krakow from Budapest, chances are that your bus will leave from Népliget and arrive at Krakow Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
You can save a lot of money on your trip from Budapest to Krakow by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $17, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.
You can expect to pay around $38 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $17 and $126, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.
Once in Krakow, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Planty Park, St. Florian's Gate, The Cloth Hall, Old Synagogue and St. Mary's Basilica.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Krakow, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $71 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Krakow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2024-04-21.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Budapest to Krakow but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Budapest to Krakow, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Budapest to Krakow will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Will you be returning to Budapest by bus?
Bus from Krakow to BudapestYou can also go to Krakow by train
Train from Budapest to Krakow
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